Steps

Heat oven to 350ºF. Place pie crust in 9-inch glass pie pan as directed on package for one-crust filled pie.

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In large bowl, combine all brownie layer ingredients; beat 50 strokes with spoon. Spread in bottom of crust-lined pan.

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Bake at 350ºF. for 30 to 35 minutes or until top is shiny and centre is set. Cover edge of crust with strips of foil to prevent excessive browning. Bake at 350ºF for 30 to 35 minutes or until top is shiny and centre is set.

Arrange strawberry halves, cut side down, over top of cream cheese layer. Refrigerate 1 hour or until serving time. Immediately before serving, place ice cream topping in small microwave-safe dish. Microwave on DEFROST for 45 seconds. Spoon into small resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Cut small hole in bottom corner of bag; squeeze bag to drizzle topping over pie. Store in refrigerator.

Expert Tips

Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the pie and let it cool. Do not garnish it with the fudge or strawberries. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate it for up to three days, or freeze for up to two weeks. To thaw the frozen pie unwrap it and refrigerate it for two to three hours. Bring the pie to room temperature, decorate it with the fudge and strawberries, and serve.